Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I just watched your episode of Rookies, "Jefferson: My Name on a Plaque."

Your life was cut so short by this senseless act. And seeing this episode 18 months after your death was a rather somber momemt.

Your watch is covered, we'll take it from here. Someday, in heaven, I want to spend time with all of my fellow brothers and sisters who paid the ultimate price in service to their communities. RIP Deputy Norris. Your loss is not in vain.

Reserve Deputy
Michigan

January 18, 2009

To the family of Josh Norris,

As I watched "Rookies" the other night it reminded my of my early days learing to be an officer. I would have loved to have gone 10-41 with Josh on my shift. I was truly shocked with the ending, as Josh made the ultimate sacrafice to protect the citizens of Jefferson Parrish. All I can do is pray for Josh and his family. Rest in peace brother. Keep the streets of heaven safe.

Texas Police Officer

Texas L.E.O.
Fellow Officer

January 17, 2009

Josh god must have had a higher plan for you, that many of us may not understand, and will never. I pray that your family has peace, knowing that you were a brave soul to even work in the law enforcement field. Just from watching the rookie series of you, I observed you to be a very honest, humbel, greatful, and caring being. Your family has a lot to be proud of, these attributes are not found too much in our society. I feel great sadness, and a great sense of loss, in your untimely death. Even though I never had the priviledge to meet you, I feel as if I have lost a family member. I shedded tears of sorrow, while watching the rookie seies showing you, and continue to pray each and every day since, for you and your family. I stand in "AWE" of your bravery, and sense of duty to your community, and wish to one day meet you in heaven. You're one of the few that can be called a true "Hero". May you watch over us all.

patrolman
Clute PD, Texas

January 17, 2009

I just finished watching the episode of the Rookies with Josh Norris. I was shocked at the ending. I knew something was not right when his former FTO started talking about Josh going to the domestic dispute call. I thought perhaps he was going to say that Josh did a wonderful job on the call, or something to that nature. Never in a million years would I have suspected the words I saw on the screen that Josh had been shot and killed. May he rest in peace. May happy memories of his life help to console his family, friends, and brotherhood of officers all over the Country. Take a moment to stop and think of the sacrifices these officers make every day to keep us safe. GOD BLESS.

Angela from Northern Virginia

January 17, 2009

May God Bless you, and your trainers. May you rest in peace, and rest knowing that you touched so many lives with your story. I am a better officer and trainer because of you. I am indebted to you, and I know that your sacrifice was not in vain.

FTO D Ruppert
Palacios Police Department

January 16, 2009

Rest In Peace, Brother

Deputy Sheriff
MCSD Missouri

January 16, 2009

Josh - God bless you, your family and your agency. May you be surrounded by angels and loved ones in heaven. We'll see you again on the other side.

Corporal Sean DeGrilla
Orange County Sheriff's Office (FL)

January 16, 2009

Deputy Norris,
You are a hero, and I pray that you and your family know the value of your service as a deputy. Your story broke me up, but I am positive that your life and death has affected many officers and prospective officers in ways that will save lives.

R.I.P. Brother

JCurry

January 15, 2009

I saw your show on TV the other night and was devestated at the end. I could not even go to sleep that night thinking of you and your family and fellow officers. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Thanks for being a HERO.

Blake

January 15, 2009

RIP Joshua. You should be an inspiration to all that want to wear the badge.

Patrolman in Maine

January 15, 2009

Dear Josh;

I just saw you on "Rookies" you did good real good. My god be with you.

Officer
Utah

January 15, 2009

i was just about asleep when Josh's episode of rookies came on. I'm glad i stayed up, i didn't sleep that night. Out of all the professions in the world a man can choose for himself none amazes me more than Police Officer. And what i saw in Josh Norris to me epitomizes the essence of what it means to serve.I saw a willingness to do the right thing once thought lost on this generation, yet clearly is alive and well. I saw something else often celebrated yet rarely accomplished. I didn't see a natural born Police officer I saw a young man that wanted something so bad he could overcome anything to get where he wanted to be. To me this is a far more respectable quality than any other. I remember thinking to myself and even saying to myself as Deputy Norris received his own patrol unit, that i would love to see this young man in two or three years. If he had come that far in little more than a month i could only imagine what a few years could do. We as a people were robbed of that. as citizens we sometimes forget what our heroes are willing to give for us. Josh Norris will forever be in my mind a stark reminder of this sacrifice. I'd like to also humbly thank the family of this hero. I do not know you, i did not know Josh. But i have seen you, in his actions, in the way he sought to serve his fellow man, in the way he sacrificed all he had for what he loved. I know nothing anyone can say could lessen the loss of a child, brother, future husband or friend. But I can honestly tell you a nation grieves with you and prays for you. I pray you can find peace in the knowledge that Josh lives forever as an inspiration to every kid that will ever grow up to live a dream.

SGT Adam Freine
United States Army

January 15, 2009

I feel there is a special place in Heaven for the souls of those lost in service to their Community and Country. As the words were displayed over the pan out from your patrol car, I got a sinking feeling that something was going to take a dark turn. I didn't expect to be blindsided by your death. I'm still crying and didn't even know you.

You had such a promising future in store for you. I know I have a deeper respect for the men in blue!

Robert Brown
Fort Worth TX

January 14, 2009

R.I.P Mumbles

Anonymous

January 14, 2009

My wife and I had just starting watching "Rookies" and learned of the untimely death of Joshua Norris. My heart and thoughts go out to all who knew him and loved him. There is no greater loss than to lose a member of a community who is out there to make it a better place.

Correctional Officer James Spence
Champaign County Sheriffs Office

January 14, 2009

I was viewing A&E's series "Rookies" last night. This episode highlighted Deputy Norris's FTO time with Deputy Bostic and I cannot remember the name of the other FTO.

It immediately struck me, that this Deputy looked so incredibly young and just out of high school. I did not know his age until reading the ODMP information on him.

As a former dispatcher for 14 yrs, I immediately knew when the show aired the engagement with his fiancee' on 7/4 and then that he had responded to a domestic dispute on 7/5, the very next night, I had a very sick feeling inside that he lost his life. I cried over and over for such a wonderful young man and a promising career and life with his wife to be.

To his family, friends and the Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, I am so very sorry for your loss. Deputy Norris's sacrifice will never be forgotten and his courage to perform his duties without hesitation in trying to protect the citizens of your township. He will always be that angel looking down on all of you and taking care of you.

God Bless You All.

Former PD Dispatcher
Chesterfield County VA

January 14, 2009

Joshua, you're a hero and have given your life to protect the lives of those who couldn't protect themselves. My prayers and thoughts go out to you, your family, your friends, and professional co workers at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's office.

R.I.P AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE COMING FROM YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN BLUE, FROM THE DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT.

P.O. EDWARD JACKSON
Detroit Police Department, NWD

January 14, 2009

To Josh's family,
I just saw your son's episode of Rookies. You should be very proud of him. I hope my sons grow up to be as strong and courageous as Josh. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

Anonymous

January 14, 2009

I, am a 4 year veteran of a police dept in NJ. Last night I was working a grewling 12 hour shift, so I stopped home to rest for about an hour. I was fortunate to catch the episode about Deputy Norris. My heart broke when I saw the ending, Im not ashamed to say I cried and questioned if I was cut out for this. But in the end, My love for this job prevailed and Maybe, just maybe, it saved my life. Thank you for your service Josh. May God bless you, Im glad your up there on my side. Rest In Peace Brother.

Patrolman H. Legatie
Berlin Borough Police Dept, NJ

January 14, 2009

when i watched your show i was happy for you cause you out there helping people and your life was taking at a young age but god will protect you forever because you help protect others rest in peace officer norris.

john
watching his show

January 14, 2009

Deputy Norris, I just watched "Rookies" for the first time and was deeply saddened by your death. Your loss will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, brother and Godspeed.

Patrolman Robert Stober
Branchburg Police Department (NJ)

January 14, 2009

I just saw "Rookies" for the second time. Every time I see your performance on the show I get very proud to see young Josh again and cry at the end.

I have wanted to become an officer for years but never get the opportunity. I just made "45 years" and by watching your episode, you give me the desire to not to give up on my dream.

To the parents of Joshua, Your son is an inspiration to all of us! So sorry for yor loss!

Community Service Officer II, Dianna Cue
Citrus Heights, CA

January 14, 2009

Deputy Norris, I saw your episode on the television show "Rookies" early this morning when I came home off evening shift. Before my wife left out on her shift, we watched you as a new officer through some of your training with your fto's. My wife left out for her shift and I read the ending of the episode that you were shot and killed. I immediately called my wife and we both cried uncontrollably. I was so hurt, I couldn't believe that you were killed. I've trained many rookies in the past and I saw that same eager look in your eyes that I saw in their eyes. That young, new inexperienced look most rookies carry with them. You were a great new officer and I'm sure you would've done many great things. My wife and I are sadden by your death and it reinforces the thought that there are many selfish and evil people in this world. I'll go to work tonight and you'll be the only thing on my mind when I deal with the many selfish people I'll come in contact with. You gave your life like many other officers (Irma Lozada New York City Transit Police EOW 9/21/84, Maria Cecilia Rosa Los Angeles County Sheriff EOW 3/28/06) and for that you'll always be someone we'll never forget. Thank you for your service and dedication. GODBLESS DEPUTY NORRIS AND HIS FAMILY. Sgt. Tiffany Washington Metro Transit Police

Pfc. Washington #1714
Prince George's County Police

January 14, 2009

I just want to say wat a sad story i was up last nite doing my homework for school and i was watching "Rookies" and i seen Deputy Norris episode and i was breath less when at the end it said u had past away. My Prayers go out to the Family of Mr. Norris im really sorry but just know he is in a better place and that God takes the best...It really touch me i had tears running down my eyes i would love to be an officer but stuff like that hold me back so ill just stick to working for my law firm. May God bless all friends and Family of Mr. Norris. Much Love God Bless.

Silvia Mendoza
West Palm Beach, FL

January 14, 2009

RIP Deputy Norris

Deputy Rahman
St. Tammany Parish Sheriffs office

January 14, 2009